2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 833 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Avalanche | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |