2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 257 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |