2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | S5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
