2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 330 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 Sharan, 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 (542 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |