2008 Audi S8 vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Savana. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
