2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |