2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 588 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
