2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 683 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LaCrosse | S8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |