2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 352 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 824 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |