2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2842 mm |
