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, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 705 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 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 | 4172 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |