2004 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 324 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (329 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Highlander | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
