2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 10 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 185 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Eos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
