2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
