2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Porsche GT2

To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 4 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 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Porsche GT2. (456 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche GT2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche GT2. (620 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche GT2.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2004 Porsche GT2
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Corvette GT2
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6258 cc 3599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 465 HP 456 HP
Torque 705 Nm 620 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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