2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | X-Trail | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
