2007 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
