1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lexus GX
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | GX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
