2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 335 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |