2003 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 808 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. 2003 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sequoia | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2685 mm |
