2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
