2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 79 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
