2008 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 3 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 65 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 859 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S8 | Equus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |