2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2005 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Audi A4 2005 GMC Envoy
Make Audi GMC
Model A4 Envoy
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 4160 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption City 10.9 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L