1994 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Captiva |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |