2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
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 Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 915 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, 2009 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1815 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
