1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
