2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 953 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
