2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 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 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 87 more horse power than 2012 Audi R8. (525 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | R8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |