2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 644 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |