1996 Audi S6 vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 GMC Envoy. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S6 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
