2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 112 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2004 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
