2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 279 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 970 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
Model | Corvette | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |