1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 933 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
