2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
