1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 68 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
