2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 574 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |