2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS6 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
