2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 171 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |