2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
