2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
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 Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Allroad | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
