2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 GMC Yukon. (303 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A8 2007 GMC Yukon
Make Audi GMC
Model A8 Yukon
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4134 cc 5326 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 83 L