1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 928 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
