2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Corvette | Tucson |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |