2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 147 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Silverado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |