2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (483 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
