2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
