2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (354 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |