2005 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
