2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Uplander | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
