2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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 155 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1062 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 (488 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |