2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 (543 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
