2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
