2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
