2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 241 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |