2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 5 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 215 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |