2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 5 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Hyundai Coupe
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Corvette Coupe
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 483 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.1 mm 76.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1569 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2540 mm