2003 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 9 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
