2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 444 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
