2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Envoy | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
