2004 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3935 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
