2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |