2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Avalanche | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
