2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Avalanche | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
