2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 681 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
