2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3195 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |