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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. 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 (454 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 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 | 5998 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 98 L |
