2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
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, 2008 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3180 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
