1999 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 902 kg more than 1999 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
