2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 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.
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2005 Audi A3 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A3 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |