2009 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 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 S6 (540 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
