2011 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
