1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 7 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 685 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S8 | Envoy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |