2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 490 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 566 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |