2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3650 mm |
