1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3001 mm |
