2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 2004 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Corolla
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 391 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 260 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 940 kg
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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