2002 Audi A8 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |