2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager

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 Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 350 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 672 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. 2005 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Chrysler Voyager
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Corvette Voyager
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6996 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 644 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.6 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101.6 mm 101 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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