2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 682 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. 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 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
