2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
