1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 (330 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Titan. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 719 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Titan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
