2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS 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 296 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |