2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Cruze | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
