2000 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 2000 Audi A4 and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 169 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A4 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A4 Corvette
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 247 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 1514 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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