2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 285 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 (543 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cruze | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
