2011 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 420 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 136 L |
