2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 9 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | S4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
