2010 Acura ZDX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura ZDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura ZDX would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2010 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura ZDX. 2010 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura ZDX | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | ZDX | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
