2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 192 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corvette | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
