2008 Audi A5 vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
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, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 140 L |
