The C5 - The New Generation
(Above: 3 '01 Vettes, center one Z06)
C4
The C5 is the most sophisticated Corvette yet developed. And also
the fastest (excluding the ZR-1 C4). Its light weight and new engine makes it very fast and nimble. Runflat tires remove the need for a spare adding to the weight loss. These Goodyear-Runflat tires can go for 200 miles at 55 mph while flat. Also the tires are larger, now 18 inches in diameter in back, and 17 in front.
1997 Statistics
Engine
LS1: 90 degree pushrod V8, OHV, aluminum block and heads with hydraulic filters.
Bore x Stroke: 3.90 x 3.62 in.
Displacement: 350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Compression Ratio: 10.1:1
Induction System: Sequential fuel injection
Horsepower (SAE net): 345 @ 5600 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 350 lb.-ft @ 4400
Valves per Cylinder: Two
Readline: 6000 rpm
Drivetrain
Automatic Transmission: Hydra-matic rear-mounted 4-speed.
Manual Transmission: Borg-Warner rear-mounted 6-speed maunal.
Capacities
Passengers: 2
Cargo: 24.8 cu. ft.
Fuel: 19.1 gallons
Dimensions
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase: 104.5 in
Length (overall): 179.7 in
Width (overall): 73.6 in
Height: 47.7 in
Tread width - front: 62.0 in
Tread width - rear: 62.1 in
Interior Dimensions
Headroom: 37.8 in
Legroom 42.7 in
Shoulder room 55.3 in
Hip room: 54.2 in
Performance
Top Speed: 175
0-60 Manual: 4.72 seconds
0-60 Automatic: 5.05 seconds
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Automatic: 9.4:1
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Maunual: 9.3:1
Horsepower to Liter Ratio: 60.53:1
Color Options
Exterior Colors
Arctic White
Sebring Silver Metallic
Nassau Blue Metallic
Black
Light Carmine Red Metallic
Torch Red
Fairway Green Metallic
Interior Colors
Graphite Leather
Toreador Red Leather
Pewter Leather
1998 Statistics
Engine
LS1: 90 degree pushrod V8, OHV, aluminum block and heads with hydraulic filters.
Bore x Stroke: 3.90 x 3.62 in.
Displacement: 350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Compression Ratio: 10.1:1
Induction System: Sequential fuel injection
Horsepower (SAE net): 345 @ 5600 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 350 lb.-ft @ 4400
Valves per Cylinder: Two
Readline: 6000 rpm
Drivetrain
Automatic Transmission: Hydra-matic rear-mounted 4-speed automatic.
Manuel Transmission: Borg-Warner rear-mounted 6-speed maunal.
Performance
Top Speed: 175
0-60 Manual: 4.72 seconds
0-60 Automatic: 5.05 seconds
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Automatic: 9.4:1
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Maunual: 9.3:1
Horsepower to Liter Ratio: 60.53:1
(Above 1998 Convertables Above Right 1998 Indy Pace Car version)
Color Options
Exterior Colors
Arctic White
Light Pewter Metallic
Sebring Silver Metallic
Nassau Blue Metallic
Black
Light Carmine Red Metallic
Torch Red
Fairway Green Metallic
Medium Purple Pearl Metallic
Convertible Top Colors
White
Black
Light Oak
1999 Statistics
Engine
LS1: 90 degree pushrod V8, OHV, aluminum block and heads with hydraulic filters.
Bore x Stroke: 3.90 x 3.62 in.
Displacement: 350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Compression Ratio: 10.1:1
Induction System: Sequential fuel injection
Horsepower (SAE net): 345 @ 5600 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 350 lb.-ft @ 4400
Valves per Cylinder: Two
Readline: 6000 rpm
Drivetrain
Automatic Transmission: Hydra-matic rear-mounted 4-speed automatic.
Manuel Transmission: Borg-Warner rear-mounted 6-speed maunal.
Performance
Top Speed: 175
0-60 Manual: 4.72 seconds
0-60 Automatic: 5.05 seconds
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Automatic: 9.4:1
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Maunual: 9.3:1
Horsepower to Liter Ratio: 60.53:1
2000 Statistics
Engine
LS1: 90 degree pushrod V8, OHV, aluminum block and heads with hydraulic filters.
Bore x Stroke: 3.90 x 3.62 in.
Displacement: 350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Compression Ratio: 10.1:1
Induction System: Sequential fuel injection
Horsepower (SAE net): 345 @ 5600 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 350 lb.-ft @ 4400
Valves per Cylinder: Two
Readline: 6000 rpm
Drivetrain
Automatic Transmission: Hydra-matic rear-mounted 4-speed automatic.
Manuel Transmission: Borg-Warner rear-mounted 6-speed maunal.
Performance
Top Speed: 175
0-60 Manual: 4.72 seconds
0-60 Automatic: 5.05 seconds
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Automatic: 9.4:1
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Maunual: 9.3:1
Horsepower to Liter Ratio: 60.53:1
2001 Statistics
The LS1 Gets a little bit of a power boost and all Vettes get better handling with a Second-Generation Active Handling system.
Wheel size: Front Wheels: 17 in x 8.5 in; Rear Wheels: 18 in x 9.5 in
Engine
LS1: 90 degree pushrod V8, OHV, aluminum block and heads with hydraulic filters.
Bore x Stroke: 3.90 x 3.62 in.
Displacement: 350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Compression Ratio: 10.1:1
Induction System: Sequential fuel injection
Horsepower (SAE net): 350 @ 5600 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 360 lb.-ft(375 lb.-ft for manuals) @ 4400
Valves per Cylinder: Two
Readline: 6000 rpm
Drivetrain
Automatic Transmission: Hydra-matic rear-mounted 4-speed automatic.
Manuel Transmission: Borg-Warner rear-mounted 6-speed maunal.
Performance
Top Speed: 175
0-60 Manual: 4.72 seconds
0-60 Automatic: 5.05 seconds
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Automatic: 9.4:1
Weight-to-Power Ratio: Maunual: 9.3:1
Horsepower to Liter Ratio: 60.53:1
C5 Z06 2001 Statistics
The first Z06 was a lightweight race inspired Corvette way back in 1963. This Z06 is also lighter and alot quicker than the standard Vette. The weight loss comes mostly from some of the following: no more "runflats" -24 lb, titanium exhaust system -17.6 lb and the windshield and rear glass windows were thinned. All together losing 103 lb. Also it got a new engine a version of the LS1 the LS6. Exterior Differances include: a fixed-roof hardtop body, Z06-specific wheels, new front fascia grille inserts, functional rear brake cooling ducts, and titanium mufflers and tailpipes.
Engine
LS6 version of the LS1 engine. Modified block casting to alleviate crankcase pressures, cam with increased lift and duration allowing increased breathing, higher compression, stronger valve springs, higher redline, larger fuel injectors, and new intake manifold for better airflow.
Horsepower (SAE net): 385 @ 6000 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 385 lb.-ft @ 4800
Displacement: 346 cu. in., 5665cc (about 5.7 liters)
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Readline: 6500 rpm
Drivetrain & Wheels
Transmission: 6-speed maunal
Wheels f/r: 17x9.5/18x10.5, forged alumminum
Wheelbase, in: 104.5
Tires: 265/49/ZR18/295/35ZR18 Goodyear Eagle F1 SC
Brakes, f/r: 12,6-in vented disc/12.6-in vented disc, ABS
Performance
Horsepower to Liter Ratio: 68.0:1
Weight-to-Power Ratio: 8.09:1
EPA mpg, city/hwy: 19/28
Curb Weight: 3115 lb
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