1999 Audi S8 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 391 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.

Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi S8 2008 GMC Acadia
Make Audi GMC
Model S8 Acadia
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4170 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.2:1
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 83 L


 

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