2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Equinox | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |