2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 525 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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 A6 (441 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Uplander | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
