2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
