2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 5359 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
