2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Etude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
