2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra

To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 933 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.

Because 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi S4 2005 GMC Sierra
Make Audi GMC
Model S4 Sierra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 300 HP
Torque 410 Nm 488 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 2788 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 6270 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2450 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 4010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 129 L


 

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