2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Audi RS3
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi RS3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi RS3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Audi RS3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi RS3 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi RS3. (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi RS3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Audi RS3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Silverado | RS3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
