1996 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
