2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |