2000 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
