2008 Audi S8 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Sierra. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
