2008 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5327 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
