2009 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |