2003 Audi A8 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon.
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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |
