2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 950 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 711 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |