2009 Audi A5 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |