2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |