2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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 54 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Corvette | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
