2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 348 kg more than 1993 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 GMC Acadia | 1993 Audi V8 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Acadia | V8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |