2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
