2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
