2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia 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 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Acadia | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |