2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
