1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2911 mm |
