2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 575 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |