2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
