1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Coupe | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
