2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, 2010 Holden Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Holden Calais. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Calais.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Calais. (530 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Calais |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
