2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
