1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
