2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2992 mm |
