1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 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 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 449 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A4 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |