2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Livina |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |