2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 240 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, 2012 Audi A5, 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
