2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
