2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Serena. (403 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Serena. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Serena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
