2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 4 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 230 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 643 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Terrano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |