2004 Audi A8 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 673 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.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3935 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
