2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S4 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |