2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |