2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
