2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Corvette | A6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 574 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |