2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 312 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (261 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
