2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
