2007 Audi S8 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
