2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 668 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Grand Prix | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 372 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |