2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 911 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 575 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |