2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 SSC Aero

To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 618 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 817 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2009 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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