2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
