2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
