2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. 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 394 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |