2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |