2005 Audi A6 vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 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 A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
