2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 223 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Corvette Golf
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5970 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 19.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1577 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L