2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express

To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2009 Chevrolet Express
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A8 Express
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 229 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2385 kg
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 117 L


 

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