2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2003 Audi LeMans and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeMans | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
