1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
