2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
