1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
