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. Both 2005 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,965 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 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 1199 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 (544 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 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 | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
