2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 730 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Chevrolet Express
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Express
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 391 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 399 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 6210 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 2090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3940 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 117 L


 

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