1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 588 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
