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 25 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 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. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 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 | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 574 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |