2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
