1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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) has 50 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 671 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Envoy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 373 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |