1997 Audi A6 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 234 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
