2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Acadia | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
