2003 Audi A8 vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
