2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1709 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 8127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 606 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |