2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 245 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Tahoe | A7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
