2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tiguan | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
