2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 756 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
