2012 Audi S5 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 561 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S5 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
