2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 829 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |