2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 257 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
