2002 Audi A8 vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 435 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3650 mm |
