2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 550 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
