2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 543 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |