2008 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
