2011 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 739 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A8 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 372 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |