2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 854 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | TT | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
