2004 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
