2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 673 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 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
