2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
