2012 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A5 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 601 kg more than 2011 Audi A5.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Savana | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Savana | A5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2361 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
