2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 310 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
