1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 863 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Envoy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 437 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |