2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Microbus |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |