2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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 (488 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | TT | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
