2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 246 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Camry
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2358 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 217 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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