2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
