1999 Audi S8 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
