2009 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | S8 | 408 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |