2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2002 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
