2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 559 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (430 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
