2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Hyundai Getz 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 396 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 24 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 Hyundai Getz, 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz. 2006 Hyundai Getz has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Corvette | Getz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |