2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 GMC Sonoma | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A6 | Sonoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |