2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A4 Colorado
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2770 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 93.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 74 L