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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 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 277 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 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 | 5737 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |