2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
