2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz V 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 367 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 549 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V, 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
