2011 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A8 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 198 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2760 mm |
