2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
