2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 530 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Charger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 637 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |