2007 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2385 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 | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
