2008 Audi A8 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 829 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
