2007 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
