2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 832 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
