2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 778 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
