2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 875 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
