2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 372 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 114 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 Seat Ibiza, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 208 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 | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |