2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 260 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| 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 Length | 4440 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
