2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 305 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 344 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hilux | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
