2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
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 Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |