2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
