2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1238 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |