2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 233 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Trans Sport
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 3349 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 282 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 246 km/hour 172 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1953 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L


 

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