2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 GMC Envoy

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 556 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 GMC Envoy
Make Audi GMC
Model A6 Envoy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 4159 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 285 HP
Torque 230 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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