2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | 75 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |