2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Corvette and 2000 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 273 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (705 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (386 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Silverado
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6258 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 465 HP 0 HP
Torque 705 Nm 386 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1187 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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