2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Audi A3
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 A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 697 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 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 A3 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
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2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Silverado | A3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |