1999 Audi A4 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 340 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
