2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 601 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
