2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 730 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.

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, 2005 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2005 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2005 GMC Yukon
Make Audi GMC
Model A4 Yukon
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4818 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 2260 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 98 L


 

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