2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Lumina
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.1:1
Top Speed 221 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 6.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1654 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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