2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 808 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 Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |
