2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 950 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 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 GMC Yukon
Make Audi GMC
Model A4 Yukon
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2974 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 327 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 368 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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