2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 GMC Sonoma. 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 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
