2008 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S8 | RL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
