2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lexus ES
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Lexus ES 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 282 more horse power than 2006 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 469 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 Lexus ES, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus ES. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus ES. 2006 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lexus ES | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | ES |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 3314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 230 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 | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |