1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 129 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
