2012 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A6 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
