2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (544 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |