2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Sequoia
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 273 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 426 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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