2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (182 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 644 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |