2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 129 L |