1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |