2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Avensis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |