2008 Audi S5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2008 Audi S5 and 2008 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (324 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S5 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S5 | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |