2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
