2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 124 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 123 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |