2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S4 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3280 mm |
