Comparison Audi A8 (D4,4H facelift 2013) 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel (258 Hp) quattro Tiptronic & Audi S3 (8P, facelift 2008) 2.0 TFSI (265 Hp) quattro S tronic
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| Brand: | Audi | Audi |
| Model: | A8 | S3 |
| Generation: | A8 (D4,4H facelift 2013) | S3 (8P, facelift 2008) |
| Engine / modification: | 3.0 TDI V6 clean diesel (258 Hp) quattro Tiptronic | 2.0 TFSI (265 Hp) quattro S tronic |
| Production start: | 2013 year | 2008 year |
| Production end: | 2015 year | 2012 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 3 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 7.3 l/100 km | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 5.1 l/100 km | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.33 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 82 l | 60 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 | Euro 4 |
| CO2 emissions: | 155 g/km | 193 g/km |
| Power: | 258 hp | 265 hp |
| Max power in: | 4000-4250 rpm. | 6000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 5.9 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Torque: | 580 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm. | 350 Nm @ 2500-5000 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | CTBA | BHZ, CDLA |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 cm3 | 1984 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.4 l | 5.3 l |
| Coolant: | 12.9 l | 8.6 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | Direct injection |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 16.8 | 9.8 |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | All wheel drive (4x4) | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 8 Tiptronic | 6 S tronic |
| Length: | 5135 mm | 4230 mm |
| Width: | 1949 mm | 1765 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2111 mm | |
| Height: | 1460 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2992 mm | 2578 mm |
| Front track: | 1644 mm | 1522 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1635 mm | 1506 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1000 mm | |
| Rear overhang: | 1143 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 490 l | 281 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1011 l | |
| Front suspension: | Multi-link suspension | Independent, Spring McPherson, with stabilizer |
| Rear suspension: | Independent on trapezoidal lever | Multi-link independent |
| Max weight: | 2570 kg | 2035 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Kerb Weight: | 1880 kg | 1475 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Electric Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg | 75 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2200 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.3 m | 10.7 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2200 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 95 kg | |
| Tire size: | 235/60 R17 | 225/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 17 | 7.5J x 18 |