2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 558 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | A5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
