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2005 Chevrolet Corvette Road Test
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TO THE POINT
Selling Points: Terrific acceleration, impressive handling, amazing Magnetic Selective Ride Control suspension, hot styling, improved cabin
Deal Breakers: Drafty inside when top is down, ergonomic challenges, aggravating skip-shift manual transmission, dumb keyless ignition system
Our Advice: Mash the accelerator and discover that the Corvette is as raw and raucous as ever. But now, that ferocity is combined with a grace previously unknown to the traditionally rough-hewn ‘Vette, giving it just the right amount of sophistication to compete on a global level, making it a world-class performer for the first time in its history.
MEET THE COMPETITION
Dodge Viper SRT-10
Ford Shelby Cobra GT500
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Specifications
The 2005 Chevrolet Corvette’s chief competitors, within its price class, include the Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6, the Lotus Elise, and the Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG.
Test Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Price of Test Vehicle: $63,200 (including $800 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 6.0-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 400 at 6,000 rpm
Engine Torque: 400 at 4,400 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed manual
Curb weight, lbs.: 3,199 pounds (Coupe starts at 3,179 pounds)
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 19/28 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 17.1 mpg
Length: 175 inches
Width: 73 inches
Wheelbase: 106 inches
Height: 49 inches
Leg room: 43 inches
Head room: 38 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 2
Max. Cargo Volume: 11 cubic feet (Coupe has 22 cubic feet)
Competitors: Acura NSX, BMW 6 Series, Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6, Dodge Viper, Ford GT, Ferrari F430, Jaguar XKR, Lamborghini Gallardo, Lotus Elise, Maserati Coupe, Maserati Spyder, Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG, Porsche 911 Carrera
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