2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 919 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
