2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2002 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3650 mm |