2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 417 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allroad | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
