2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 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 (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. 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 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | R8 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 596 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
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 | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |