2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 (543 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3122 mm |
