2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 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 166 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |