Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (C5) 5.7 i V8 16V Z06 (411 Hp)


Chevrolet Corvette:

The Chevrolet Corvette is a line of American two-door, two-seater sports cars manufactured and marketed by General Motors under the Chevrolet marque since 1953. Throughout eight generations, indicated sequentially as C1 to C8, the Corvette is noted for its performance, distinctive styling, lightweight fiberglass or composite bodywork, and competitive pricing. The Corvette has had domestic mass-produced two-seater competitors fielded by American Motors, Ford, and Chrysler; it is the only one continuously produced by a United States auto manufacturer. It serves as Chevrolet's halo car....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Coupe (C5) Overview:

Chevrolet Corvette (Coupe (C5)). With 543 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1415 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4 s). The top speed reaches 275 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • High-performance engine delivering 411 hp.
  • • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4 sec.
  • • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Standard trunk space (375 L) suitable for daily needs.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 10.2 L/100 km combined.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Convertible (C5): 2001 - 2004).

General:
Brand:Chevrolet
Model:Corvette
Generation:Coupe (C5)
Modification (Engine):5.7 i V8 16V Z06 (411 Hp)
Start of production:2002
End of production:2004
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:2
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:411 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:72.6 Hp/l [2mm less]
Torque:543 Nm @ 4800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:LS6 More details about the engine LS6
Engine displacement:5665
Number of cylinders:8
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:6.1 l
Coolant:11.9 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:99 mm mm
Piston Stroke:92 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:10.2 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:4 sec
Maximum speed:275 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:3.4 kg/Hp, 290.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:2.6 kg/Nm, 383.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:3.8 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1415
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:375 l
Fuel tank capacity:71 l
Size:
Length:4564 mm mm [2mm less]
Width:1869 mm mm [1mm less]
Height:1215 mm mm [4mm more]
Wheelbase:2654 mm mm [2mm less]
Front track:1575 mm
Rear (Back) track:1577 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size265/40 R17; 295/35 R18
Wheel rims size9.5J x 17; 10J x 18
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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