1995 Audi A8 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 932 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3280 mm |
