2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
