2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 317 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 497 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Yaris |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |