1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Typhoon | A4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
