1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 615 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
