2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Audi S3.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S3 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
