2008 Audi A6 vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
