2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |