2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 682 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5, 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Avalanche | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 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 |
