1999 Audi A3 vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 1999 Audi A3 and 1999 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1999 GMC Sierra (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
