2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 877 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi RS6 2007 Chevrolet Express
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model RS6 Express
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 4802 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 117 L


 

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