2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 GAZ 3111. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
