2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 GMC Envoy and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Envoy | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |