2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 153 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
