2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 13 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 713 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
