2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 2 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 5,700 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 365 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (476 Nm). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Corvette | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 655 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
