2008 Audi S5 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2008 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 253 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
