2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 606 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
