2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Audi A3
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 A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 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 113 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1308 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2918 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
