1995 Audi A8 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 496 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
