2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Yukon | S8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
