2001 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 698 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
