2012 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 119 L |
