2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1304 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Express | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
