2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 Audi RS6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Avalanche | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
