1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 16 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 352 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S6 | Acadia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |