2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Sienna | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |