1994 Audi A8 vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 512 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
