2008 Audi A8 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
