2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 Audi A4 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 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |