1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 107 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Land Cruiser
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 325 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 48 L


 

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