2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3380 mm |
