1995 Audi A8 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 497 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Acadia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |