2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
