2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata E220 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 126 kg more than 1999 Tata E220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Tata E220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | E220 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |