2011 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
