2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (469 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 (815 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (700 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8201 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 469 HP |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
