2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
