2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 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 171 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 529 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |