1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 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 40 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 588 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 92 L |