2004 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
