2000 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1580 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
