2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 275 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
