2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
