2005 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
