2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
