2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Etude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Etude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
