2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Silverado | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |