2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (500 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | R8 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 644 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |