2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 154 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 Opel Vivaro, 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 (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |