1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
