2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 4 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (180 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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 (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
