2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 646 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A4 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |