2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
