1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S6 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
