2007 Audi S4 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 431 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S4 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
