2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. 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 74 more horse power than 2013 Nissan GT-R. (538 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
