2011 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Logan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Logan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
