2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
