2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 444 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |