1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 14 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 43 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3270 mm |