2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Yaris 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Toyota Chevrolet
Model Yaris Corvette
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 424 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 575 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.7 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1244 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption 6 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 68 L


 

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