2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 864 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 Sierra (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S4 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 129 L |