2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 257 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
