2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 7 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |
