2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,156 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 703 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |