2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1483 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S8 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |