2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
