2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Canyon | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
