2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Audi A4 (286 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |