2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Audi A6 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 A6 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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |