2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
