2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 964 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
