2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
