2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 601 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
