2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
