2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 180 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 RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
