2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 457 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
