2005 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (325 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 8127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 606 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |
