2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Envoy | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Envoy | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |