2007 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 A6 (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3200 mm |
