2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 9 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (488 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |