2012 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, both 2012 Audi S8 and 2012 Audi TT were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (360 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S8 (650 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (465 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT. 2012 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Audi S8 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S8 | TT |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 513 HP | 360 HP |
Torque | 650 Nm | 465 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2469 mm |