2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 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), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |