2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (202 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
