2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2002 Subaru Outback and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Outback | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Outback | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |