2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2009 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 431 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |