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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 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 276 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.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 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 | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 129 L |
