2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 11 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2011 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (476 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Calais |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
