2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 804 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Silverado
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 5963 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 515 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2274 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 98 L


 

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