2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | R8 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |