2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 278 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Hyundai Trajet
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Corvette Trajet
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5968 cc 2565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 300 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 16.4 L/100km


 

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