2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |