2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
