2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
