2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Audi A6.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Envoy | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
