2012 GMC Yukon vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 853 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 2012 GMC Yukon. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Yukon | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2573 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
