2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 687 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |