2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 437 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |