2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 344 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RunX, 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | RunX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
