2008 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Savana | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
