2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 211 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3270 mm |