2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |
