2008 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 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 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
