2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Touareg | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |