2005 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 509 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
