2008 Audi A8 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 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 165 more horse power than 2010 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Envoy.

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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Envoy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A8 2010 GMC Envoy
Make Audi GMC
Model A8 Envoy
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 4161 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 375 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 83 L


 

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