2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 888 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Armada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
