2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Colorado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |