1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
