2003 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 622 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Yukon | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
