2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Avalanche
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 117 L


 

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