2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 TrailBlazer
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3128 cc 4159 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 342 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.5 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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