2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 58 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
