2002 Audi A8 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 286 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
