2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | MR2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |