2008 Audi A5 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 Audi A5. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |