2004 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |