2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (447 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
