1999 Audi S8 vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
