1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
