2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 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 96 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 932 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. 2012 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3099 mm |
