2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 342 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
