2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
