2004 Audi A8 vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4819 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
