2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
