2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1114 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 (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
