2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 671 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will offer significantly more control. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
