2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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 410 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
