2005 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Alero
To start off, both 2005 Audi S6 and 2005 Chevrolet Alero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. 2005 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Alero has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi S6 | 2005 Chevrolet Alero | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S6 | Alero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |