2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 GMC Sierra
Make Audi GMC
Model A6 Sierra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 285 HP
Torque 400 Nm 400 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 129 L


 

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