2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
