2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 512 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Navara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
