2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 212 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Pregio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |