2011 Audi S6 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
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2011 Audi S6 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S6 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5200 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 539 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2847 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |