2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 89 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (705 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
