2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Fiat Stilo 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 312 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 34 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo, 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Stilo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |