2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Statesman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 461 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |