2000 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3080 mm |
