2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 918 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
