2009 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
