2005 Toyota Stallion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Stallion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 334 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Stallion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Toyota Stallion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Stallion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Stallion | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stallion | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1492 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
