2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 911 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |