2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 GMC Yukon. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Audi RS6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | RS6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
