2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 7 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 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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 (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |