2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer are equipped with a 4,163 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S4 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |