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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 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 | 5999 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
