2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3280 mm |
