2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Sportage | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |