2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 2 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 380 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |