2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 948 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | Q7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |