2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (236 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (546 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |