2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Q7 | Envoy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |