2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 596 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |