2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
