2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango 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 222 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | Tango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
