2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RSC. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RSC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RSC weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | RSC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
