1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
