2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Impala | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
