1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 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), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
