2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
