2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
