2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 317 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 2005 Nissan Hardbody has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 84 L |
