2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
