2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 288 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 406 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |