2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 826 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.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
