2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan 350Z | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | 350Z | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 483 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |