2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1283 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 (542 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 515 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 136 L |