2000 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2606 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
