2008 Audi S5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2008 Audi S5 and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S5 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |