2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
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 A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1940 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |