2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
