2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
