2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
