2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 Audi RS4 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 198 more horse power than 2009 Audi RS4. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS4 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 3.4 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 | 1710 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
