2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 (488 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Patrol |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |