1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma

To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 270 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.

Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 Sonoma
Make Audi GMC
Model A4 Sonoma
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3130 mm


 

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