2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 639 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S8 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
