2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Voyager | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2766 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
