2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
