2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 3220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |