2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Corvette and 2002 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus RX weights approximately 451 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus RX 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus RX. 2002 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Lexus RX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | RX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |