2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | S5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
