2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Porsche 996
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 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 996 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |