2008 Audi S6 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S6 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
