2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
