2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |