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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 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 70 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
