2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 83 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
