2007 Kia K2700 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | K2700 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
