2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Traverse | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
