2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 89 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
