2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 913 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5715 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 8032 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1971 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3396 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 70 L |
