2008 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
