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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |