2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
