2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Tundra | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2685 mm |