2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Volkswagen Passat
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Corvette Passat
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1567 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1516 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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