2002 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 911 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
