1994 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 620 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
