2009 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 295 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 180 L | 68 L |
