2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 601 kg more than 2009 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 Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
