2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 290 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |