2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (377 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G. (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | G |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
