2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |