2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 200 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2005 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Volkswagen CC
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Corvette CC
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 280 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4799 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1855 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2708 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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