2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
