2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 363 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 637 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |