2008 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 677 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5666 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |