2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. 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 129 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (301 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
