2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
