2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 891 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
