2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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 319 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 464 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
