2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Dakota |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |