2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
