2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 694 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Audi A8 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 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
