2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 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 162 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
