2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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 317 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
