2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, both 2006 Audi Allroad and 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 806 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2006 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi Allroad 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model Allroad Avalanche
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 455 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5640 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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