2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3030 mm |
