2004 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 8128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |
