2008 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A8 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
