2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |