2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 78 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |