2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2012 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
