2002 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |