2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 521 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
