2005 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
