1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Toyota Will is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Will weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Will. 2004 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Will |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
