2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Equinox | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
