2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
