2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 SsangYong Stavic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
