2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 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 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |