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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 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 | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
