2002 Audi A8 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 733 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 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
