2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 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), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 902 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 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1927 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
