2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 253 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
