2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |
