2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |