1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |