1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
