1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Colorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |