2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
