2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Audi A8.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Envoy | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
