2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
