2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Audi TT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
