2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 504 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) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3350 mm |
