2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |