2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Corvette and 2001 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | 626 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |