1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Liana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |