1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 7 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Quest |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |