1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |