2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 A8, 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |