2008 Audi S4 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S4 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
