2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |