2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1416 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |
