2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 176 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Uplander | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
