2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. 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 150 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |