2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Audi S6.
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 S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 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 S6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | S6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2847 mm |
