2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi RS4. (430 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS4 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
