2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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 (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7011 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
