2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
