2012 Audi A4 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 631 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A4 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
