2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Audi S4 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Acadia | S4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |