2005 Audi A8 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
