2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 181 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1452 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 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, 2006 Hummer H2 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
Model | Corvette | H2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 121 L |