2004 Audi A6 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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, 2004 Audi A6 (401 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
